Movies at the Hub

Movies at the Hub is a film screening series that invites the community to come together in a relaxed and welcoming environment to experience a wide range of films and conversations. 

This month we’re screening the award winning Canadian film Riceboy Sleeps. Written, produced, edited, and directed by Anthony Shim.

Riceboy Sleeps is a coming of age film that tells the story of a young Korean single mother, So-Young (Choi Seung-yoon), raising her son, Dong-Hyun (Ethan Hwang) in the Canadian suburbs in the 1990s. Both So-Young and Dong-Hyun grapple with the complications of creating a new home in Canada, but the film highlights that no matter how a family’s bonds might be strained and tested, they never break. Heart warming and tear jerking, this film showcases a mother’s determination to provide a life for her son better than the one she left behind. Riceboy Sleeps tells a uniquely Canadian story, centering on immigration, culture and belonging. 

Rating: This film addresses mature themes and is not suitable for all viewers. Viewer discretion is advised, appropriate for ages 16+. 

Trigger warnings: physical and mild sexual assault, childhood bullying, mild language, alcohol, smoking & cannabis usage, depiction of suicide, family trauma and death.

Itinerary: Doors open at 7:15pm; the film begins at 7:30pm. There will be an intermission halfway through. The film concludes around 9:30pm.

Refreshments: Small popcorns and soda will be available for purchase throughout the evening. 

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This programming is generously supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation.